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Author
Series
Publisher
Capstone Press
Pub. Date
1998.
Physical Desc
48 pages : color illustrations ; 23 cm.
Language
English
Description
An introduction to the ships known as "floating airports, " from their inception in the early twentieth century, through their development during World War II, to the various classes of carriers in use today.
6) Battleships
Author
Series
Publisher
Capstone Press
Pub. Date
1998.
Physical Desc
48 pages : illustrations (chiefly color), color map ; 23 cm.
Language
English
Description
Introduces the development, military uses, weaponry, dangers, and locomotion of battleships.
7) Cruisers
Author
Series
Publisher
Capstone Press
Pub. Date
1998.
Physical Desc
48 pages : color illustrations ; 23 cm.
Language
English
Description
An introduction to history, purpose, operation, weaponry, and more of the medium-sized warships known for their speed and long-range cruising ability.
8) Submarines
Author
Series
Publisher
Capstone Press
Pub. Date
1998.
Physical Desc
48 pages : illustrations (some color), color map ; 23 cm.
Language
English
Description
Introduces the development, uses, possible weaponry, dangers, and locomotion of submarines.
Author
Series
Publisher
Capstone High/Low Books
Pub. Date
[1999]
Physical Desc
48 pages : illustrations (some color), map ; 23 cm.
Language
English
Description
Discusses the history and military uses of the ships and related equipment used for amphibious assaults, highlighting specific models and their roles in various battles.
10) Destroyers
Author
Series
Publisher
Capstone High/Low Books
Pub. Date
[1999]
Physical Desc
48 pages : illustrations (some color), map ; 23 cm.
Language
English
Description
Discusses the history, weapons, missions, and possible future of Navy destroyers.
11) PT boats
Author
Series
Publisher
Capstone High/Low Books
Pub. Date
[1999]
Physical Desc
48 pages : illustrations (some color), map ; 23 cm.
Language
English
Description
Describes the history, design, weapons, and tactics of the torpedo-carrying PT-boats, used chiefly during World War II.
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